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H.R. 2344:
Webcaster Settlement Act of 2009
111th Congress

This is a bill in the U.S. Congress originating in the House of Representatives ("H.R."). A bill must be passed by both the House and Senate and then be signed by the President before it becomes law.

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2009-2010

To amend section 114 of title 17, United States Code, to provide for agreements for the reproduction and performance of sound recordings by webcasters.

Overview

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Text:
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Status:
Occurred: IntroducedMay 12, 2009
Occurred: Referred to CommitteeView Committee Assignments
Occurred: Reported by CommitteeMay 13, 2009
Occurred: Passed HouseJun 9, 2009
Occurred: Passed SenateJun 17, 2009
Occurred: Signed by PresidentJun 30, 2009
This bill has become law. It was signed by Barack Obama. [Last Updated: Nov 13, 2009 8:25PM]
Last Action:
Jun 30, 2009: Became Public Law No: 111-36.
Related:
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Votes:
Jun 9, 2009: This bill passed in the House of Representatives by voice vote. A record of each representative's position was not kept.
Jun 17, 2009: This bill passed in the Senate by Unanimous Consent. A record of each representative's position was not kept.
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